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Eisenberg's Musical Comedy Closes London Film Fest
4 Aug
Summary
- The Debut, starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti, will close the festival.
- It is Jesse Eisenberg's musical comedy and will premiere at Toronto.
- The film has UK release on January 15 and US release on December 11.
Jesse Eisenberg's musical comedy, The Debut, is scheduled to be the closing film for the 70th BFI London Film Festival. This much-anticipated movie, starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti, will make its UK premiere on October 18 at the Royal Festival Hall. Prior to its London showing, The Debut will debut at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.
The film features Oscar winner Julianne Moore as a reserved woman who finds herself cast in a local musical. Under the influence of the compelling director, portrayed by Paul Giamatti, she immerses herself in the character and the vibrant world of community theater. The ensemble cast also includes Halle Bailey, Havana Rose Liu, and Bernadette Peters.
Lionsgate has announced a UK release date of January 15 for The Debut. Meanwhile, A24 has slated a December 11 theatrical launch for the film in the United States. Jesse Eisenberg expressed his honor at having The Debut selected as the Closing Night gala, eagerly anticipating sharing the cast's performances with a London audience. The BFI London Film Festival runs from October 7 to October 18.
